Okada Museum of Art

Tucked into the hills of Hakone, the Okada Museum of Art offers a genuinely unhurried encounter with fine and decorative art. With over 1,900 Google reviews averaging 4.3 stars, it has earned a loyal following among visitors who appreciate a slower, more contemplative pace: a welcome contrast to the region's busier natural attractions. The museum's serene setting makes it as much a retreat as a cultural destination.

When to go

The museum opens daily at 9:00 AM, and arriving early rewards you with the quietest galleries of the day. Hakone's autumn foliage and spring blossoms lend the surrounding landscape an extra layer of beauty, making those seasons particularly rewarding. Last entry is before the 5:00 PM close, so allow yourself ample time to linger.

“One of the my highlights of visiting Japan. We went late and only toured the first floor. Photos were not allowed there which gave us opportunity to immerse ourselves in the display. Will definitely comeback again.”— Jenny Zhang, Google review